POSITION: PRESCHOOL LEAD TEACHER
2026-2027 school year
7:30 AM-11:00 A.M., M-F
Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish in Lansing has openings for an energetic Lead Preschool Teacher to join our team. Our Lead Teachers nurture relationships, support learning, and create a warm, high-quality learning environment where every child is known. If you're passionate about shaping young lives, driven by purpose, this role is for you.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Associate’s degree in early childhood education or child development
- Or a Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential
- First Aid/CPR Certified
- Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check (including fingerprinting) before employment and periodically afterward.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Evidence of successful teaching experience and proven proficiency in working with preschool-age children.
- Evidence of planning a curriculum for students.
- Ability to work collaboratively with other professionals with a desire to improve educational practices.
- Ability to facilitate positive parental interaction.
- Ability to develop and maintain a safe learning environment.
- Knowledge of MTSS.
- The preferred applicant is a practicing Catholic and demonstrates enthusiasm for sharing their faith with children through both knowledge and actions.
STAFF RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Will instruct 3-year-olds in a preschool setting.
- Will be responsible for recruitment and outreach.
- Will conduct Parent-Teacher conference.
- May be involved with the IEP process.
- Will attend annual Early Childhood Conferences.
- Will be required to implement curriculum with fidelity
- Participation in professional development sessions as required by the program.
- Will develop a consistent daily routine and safe environment that supports all learners.
- Ensure all licensing protocols are being followed.
- Must be able to maintain confidentiality and professional attitude at all times.
- Must be able to lift up to 80 pounds (preschool children).
REPORTS TO: Program Director/Designate
EMPLOYMENT TERMS: 7:30 AM-11:00 A.M. M-F (Part-Time)
Hourly compensation commensurate with experience.
DEADLINE TO APPLY: July 10, 2026, at 4:00 p.m.
Start in August of 2026
TO APPLY: To be considered a candidate, you are required to submit an email containing a letter that explains your rationale for applying, along with your qualifications for the position. External candidates must additionally provide a resume, their most recent evaluation, at least two (2) letters of reference, transcripts, credentials, and a completed Lansing Diocese application to:
[email protected], or Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish and School, ATTN: Parish Administration, 3815 S. Cedar Street, Lansing, MI 48910
